Anansi's Adventures and Lessons Learned

Darcy from Lumos Learning introduces a story about Anansi, who is tasked by Grandma Spider to plant beans. Anansi is tempted by the smell of cooking beans and decides to taste them despite Grandma's warning. He hides the beans in his hat when neighbors come to help with birds in the garden. The hot beans cause him discomfort, but he tries to hide his actions. The story concludes with Anansi learning a lesson about temptation and consequences.

Who is the narrator of the story?

• A neighbor

• Anansi

• Darcy from Lumos Learning

• Grandma Spider

What task does Grandma Spider give to Anansi?

• Plant beans in the garden

• Water the plants

• Cook lunch

• Chase away birds

How does Anansi protect himself from the sun?

• He uses an umbrella

• He wears sunglasses

• He pulls the brim of his hat down

• He sits under a tree

What does Grandma Spider offer Anansi to drink?

• Water

• Iced tea

• Fresh lemonade

• Orange juice

What is Grandma Spider cooking for lunch?

• Spicy beans

• Pasta

• Vegetable soup

• Grilled cheese

Why does Grandma Spider leave the house?

• To chase away birds

• To take a walk

• To go to the market for spices

• To visit a friend

What does Grandma Spider warn Anansi about?

• The empty spice tins

• The garden birds

• The heavy pot of beans

• The hot sun

What tempts Anansi to go near the pot of beans?

• The smell of the beans

• The color of the pot

• The sound of boiling

• The sight of the beans

What does Anansi do after tasting the beans?

• He leaves the kitchen

• He hides the pot

• He fills his hat with beans

• He calls Grandma Spider

What does Anansi do after tasting the beans?

• He leaves the kitchen

• He fills his hat with beans

• He calls Grandma Spider

• He hides the pot